of Conway, AR
October 22, 1919 - May 25, 2020
Nina Louise Roberts Nahlen of Conway, AR, entered into eternal life on Monday, May 25, 2020. She was born on October 22, 1919 in Republican, AR She was the daughter to the late Odell Reynolds Roberts and Jesse Roberts. She was preceded in death by her husband, Martin "Spatz" Nahlen of 62 years; her son-in-law, Paul Hiegel, two sisters and one brother.
Nina was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church. Every Friday she enjoyed going to the senior citizen center to see her friends, play bingo and bid on the silent auction items. She loved watching baseball and the St. Louis Cardinals were not only her favorite team, but like her second family. She celebrated her 100th birthday on October 22, 2019 with a celebration with her senior citizen friends at the center earlier that day and then a big party with her close friends and family later that evening at her home. Nina loved to dance in her younger years and missed it so much as she grew older. She loved to spend time working in her perfectly manicured yard and caring for her flowers. She always got so many compliments from neighbors, friends and family on how beautiful her yard was. She collected baby dolls and had a collection of over 50 dolls all dressed in pink or yellow. Even at 100 years old she still loved to spend time cooking in her kitchen.
She is survived by her daughter, Louise "Lou" Nahlen Hiegel; son, Lieutenant Colonel Martin Fred Nahlen (Cindy); two grandchildren, Beth Nahlen Kear (Mike) and Brian Nahlen (Dawn); two great-grandchildren, Sean and Jackson Nahlen; two step-grandchildren, Nick Martinson and Greg Martinson (Shauna); and one great-step-granddaughter, Lennon.
A rosary will be held at 7:00pm at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home on Thursday, May 28. The Mass of Christian burial will be at 2:00pm on Friday, May 29 at St. Joseph Catholic Church with entombment at St. Joseph Mausoleum.
Pallbearers will be Brian Nahlen, Allen Nabholz, Jimmy Nabholz and Jerry Nabholz.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the St. Joseph School Endowment at https://sjse.org/ or by mail to P.O. Box 72, Conway, AR, 72033 or to the Conway Senior Center, 705 East Siebenmorgen Road, Conway, AR 72032.
Roller Funeral Homes are complying with the Arkansas Department of Health guidelines and limiting indoor funerals and visitations to 50 people at one time. All attendees must provide and wear their own masks before entering our funeral homes.
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10 Condolence(s)
Kevin & Tonya Moix
Friday, May 29, 2020
Lou and family,
I am so sorry for the loss of your mom.she was such a spitfire. When we were all at the same salon I loved seeing her. You were an amazing daughter that Definitely put your family first! You were so good to your momma. Beth, Brian, Dawn and the boys are very blessed to have you in their lives.
Love you,
Tonya
Peggy sturgis
Thursday, May 28, 2020
Nina was our Main Attraction at our Conway Senior Center!
She was our oldest member (100 years), best dressed, alert,
excellent memory, self sufficient, good sense of humor, just a remarkable woman. She was truly blessed! We all loved her, and we will miss her.
Patti Dollar
Thursday, May 28, 2020
Lou, I'm so sorry to hear about your sweet Mom. What a life - 100 years ! I remember meeting her when she HAD to come to my garage sale, or she would send you to check things out for her. She certainly lived life to the fullest, and left a wonderful legacy for all her family and friends. You were a wonderful, caring daughter for her! May you have many happy memories to comfort you in the days ahead. Patti Dollar
Christy Nahlen Backy
Thursday, May 28, 2020
Lou and Family
Your mother was a very special person, may she Rest In Peace. Sincerely Yours,
Marty and Christy Nahlen Backy
Laura Freyaldenhoven
Thursday, May 28, 2020
My thoughts and prayers are with you Lou and your family. May we all have the great life and longevity that your Mom had and the great care of a daughter that you gave her.
Big Hug to you!!!!
Stephanie Stephens
Thursday, May 28, 2020
Lou, So sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing..
Your family will be in my prayers!
Judy C Reynolds
Wednesday, May 27, 2020
Lou and families
I always enjoyed visiting with your mom at the beauty salon. She was such a sharp and witty lady. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Peace and love, Judy Reynolds
Laura Pruity
Wednesday, May 27, 2020
Lou and Fred. Nina was a wonderful childhood neighbor snd friend. She will be missed
Joyce moore
Wednesday, May 27, 2020
Lou & Family,
My sincere condolences to you and your family. Your Mother was a beautiful person and a wonderful addition to the Senior Center. She was always there for bingo and will be greatly missed. I was so happy to be there for her 100 Birthday Party which was done to perfection. She was always so sharp and beautifully dressed. May God give you all peace during this difficult time.
Barry, Chelsea, & Abby Beams